Rainbow Technologies and Pitney Bowes Partner for Next-Generation Postal Metering Systems

Strategic Insights -

Rainbow Technologies, a leader in high-performance security solutions, and Pitney Bowes Inc., a global provider of informed mail and messaging management, have entered into a developer and supply agreement for the next-generation of mid- to high-volume postal metering systems. This partnership will bring high levels of security to Pitney Bowes' advanced mailing systems through the integration of Rainbow's iKey USB-based authentication cryptographic token and public key acceleration technology. The collaboration is expected to speed the delivery of Pitney Bowes' next-generation metering technology to mid- to high-end businesses, setting a new standard for meter security.

Key Takeaways:

  • The partnership between Rainbow Technologies and Pitney Bowes aims to enhance security in mid- to high-volume postal metering systems.
  • Rainbow's iKey USB-based authentication cryptographic token and public key acceleration technology will be integrated into Pitney Bowes' advanced mailing systems.
  • The agreement will speed the delivery of Pitney Bowes' next-generation metering technology to mid- to high-end businesses.
  • The collaboration sets a new standard for meter security, and Pitney Bowes will benefit from a strong security infrastructure.
  • Rainbow Technologies' strategy involves partnering with leading technology firms to build integrated security solutions.
  • The partnership involves a comprehensive agreement, including the developer and supply of next-generation postal metering systems.

Statistics:

  • Pitney Bowes has more than 2 million customers worldwide.
  • Mailing Systems, a division of Pitney Bowes, manages the movement and processing of more than 25 million business messages and shipments daily.
  • Rainbow Technologies has a presence in nearly 50 countries, with offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Australia, China, India, the Netherlands, Russia, and Taiwan.
  • Rainbow Technologies' products include secure Web server and VPN acceleration boards.

Sources:

  • Business Editors & High-Tech Writers IRVINE, Calif. and STAMFORD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 3, 2000
  • www.rainbow.com
  • www.pitneybowes.com